New Airplane Seating Design Sits Passengers Face-To-FaceA new patent filed by Zodiac Seats France, illustrates a new face-to-face, space-saving seating design for economy passenger seats on airlines.
Local Money for Roads Still Slashed in MarylandLocal officials say they're running on empty when it comes to transportation funding.
Va. Drivers Set to See Gas Prices Go UpVirginia drivers can expect to see a 5 cents-per-gallon increase in the cost of gas starting Jan. 1.
D.C. Ranks as Most Uber-Friendly City in U.S.The District ranked as the most Uber-friendly city in the country, according to Ridescore.
Outgoing D.C. Mayor to Release Transportation PlanDistrict of Columbia Mayor Vincent Gray is set to release a long-term plan to improve the city's transportation network.
Columbia Pike Streetcar From Fairfax to Arlington Gets $65 Million BoostA plan to run a streetcar between Fairfax and Arlington counties has received a boost after state officials announced they will increase funding for the project by up to $65 million.
D.C. Region Expecting Big Travel Numbers This Memorial Day Weekend The number of people traveling this Memorial Day weekend is expected to be the highest since 2005.
Gansler: Maryland Should Study High-Speed Rail Options Attorney General Doug Gansler wants a task force to study options for high-speed rail service between Baltimore and Washington.
Poll: 39 Percent Of Americans Expect Teleportation Devices In Next 50 YearsA majority of Americans say that the technological developments of the next 50 years will have a positive impact on society, with 59 percent holding an “optimistic” view of various future tech advances ranging from positive to downright pervasive.
Md. Officials Cheer Funds for Light Rail Projects Maryland officials say initial federal funding for two light rail projects puts the state in a strong position to build the major projects in the Washington suburbs and the Baltimore metropolitan area.
Railroads Confront Crude Safety Railroads that haul volatile crude shipments have reached an agreement with U.S. transportation officials to adopt wide-ranging, voluntary safety measures after a string of explosive and deadly accidents.
Georgia Avenue Streetcar Project Gets D.C. Resident FeedbackAs District commuters await the first revenue operation of the H Street streetcar line, city planners have their eye on an even bigger project.